Title: Talent Search College Prep Advisor

Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Student Engagement

Department: UNT-UNT TRIO-160570

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $20.00/hour

FTE: 0.48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The UNT TRIO Programs house the following TRIO Programs: Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Student Support Services. All programs are funded through the U.S. Department of Education. We are a team of dedicated individuals who are working toward increasing the number of college-degreed people in our target areas.

Position Overview

This position is for a college prep advisor. The position is located in Gainesville TX at Gainesville High School. The candidate will serve approximately 100 high school students assisting them with academic skill development and college/career exploration and choosing a course of postsecondary education.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Counseling, Education, Social Work or in a similar degree field.
Ability to drive to Gainesville High School on a daily basis with reliable transportation.
Excellent knowledge and skills in the college application and Financial Aid process.
Ability to communicate and work with a population of students who face socio-economic barriers.
Strong organizational skills and ability to simultaneously execute multiple projects. Excellent verbal written communication, and computer skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent Spanish speaking skills, for parent interactions.
Experience in educating students.
Familiar with the TRIO Talent Search Program processes and goals. Will give preference to candidates with TRIO experience.
Excellent knowledge and skilled in the college application process, the Financial Aid process.
Excellent verbal written communication, and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent Spanish speaking skills, for parent meetings.
Experience in educating students in the college prep and financial aid processes.
Familiar with the TRIO Talent Search Program goals. Will give preference to candidates with TRIO experience.
Dedicated to meeting the TRIO Talent Search goals.
Familiar with the Gainesville school administrators.
Preference given to candidates with success or experience in overcoming barriers similar to those our TRIO students face on a daily basis

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

• Coordinate summer activities for students such as leadership, college and career field trips for students 
• Assist rising seniors in completing financial aid and college application completion. 
• Work closely with Gainesville ISD school administrators, students, and community organizations. Collaborate with these stakeholders to coordinate events and activities for Gainesville HS participants. 
• Assist students in writing and perfecting their college/scholarship essays 
• Maintain files on participants and accurate documentation of services given 

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards:

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule:

8:00am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday, some weekend work.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.